SPX FLOW's Innovative Circular Economy Model Earns Spot on Inc.'s Best in Business List
SPX FLOW has made headlines with its remarkable achievement of being featured on Inc.'s Best in Business list for 2025, specifically in the Best Social Good category. This accolade highlights the company's innovative efforts in sustainable manufacturing, particularly through its renowned Waukesha Cherry-Burrell (WCB) brand. The recognition is particularly significant as it showcases the Delavan, Wisconsin plant's pioneering model of a circular economy that aims to reshape the manufacturing process of food and beverage pumps through sustainable methods.
The concept of a circular economy revolves around creating closed-loop systems, which minimize waste and make the best use of available resources. SPX FLOW’s Delavan site exemplifies this model by implementing processes that not only conserve resources but also actively recycle materials. As part of their operations, the facility recycles more than 99 tons of molding sand each month and maintains a rotor buy-back program that ensures the continued circulation of materials, thus minimizing landfill contributions.
Chris Sinutko, Vice President of WCB Product Management and Engineering Director at SPX FLOW, emphasizes the importance of this initiative, stating, “Our Delavan circular economy model proves that sustainability and performance can advance together.” This statement encapsulates the core philosophy that SPX FLOW advocates for, underpinning the belief that responsible manufacturing practices can lead to both environmental sustainability and enhanced product performance.
The Best in Business accolade is not only a badge of honor; it reflects SPX FLOW’s commitment to measurable, positive social impact. Each honoree for the Best in Business list underwent a rigorous evaluation process, with only those achieving breakthrough status in either innovation, marketing strategies, or notable impacts on their respective industries being selected. Bonny Ghosh, Editorial Director at Inc., noted the significance of the honorees' achievements this year, describing them as turning points that hold potential for industry-wide influence.
In addition to this recognition, SPX FLOW has recently formed a partnership with Footprint Intelligence, a firm dedicated to assessing environmental performance throughout all product life cycles. This strategic move aligns perfectly with the company's sustainability goals as it shifts focus onto the materials sourcing phase and evaluates the ecological footprint right through to the point when equipment leaves SPX FLOW’s facilities.
Visitors seeking more detailed insights into SPX FLOW’s sustainability practices can explore their dedicated section on their website, which documents their full sustainability journey under the banner of “Earth Day, Every Day.”
SPX FLOW, headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, operates in over 25 countries and sells to more than 140 countries worldwide. The company focuses on developing innovative process technologies essential for various applications across nutrition, health, and industrial markets, enhancing operational efficiency while promoting sustainability.
This recognition by Inc. serves as a powerful validation for SPX FLOW's practices, showcasing that businesses can succeed while prioritizing social responsibility, resource conservation, and sustainable practices that ultimately profit the community and environment alike. The forward momentum generated by such initiatives not only contributes to a healthier planet but also underscores the critical role of sustainable practices in modern business.